USL Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC

Switchbacks FC Acquire Jonas Fjeldberg in Player Transfer

Published on May 12, 2023 under United Soccer League Championship (USL)
Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC News Release


Colorado Springs, CO - The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC announced today the acquisition of striker Jonas Fjeldberg via transfer from fellow USL Championship club Indy Eleven. In a corresponding move, the club transferred defender Macauley King to Indy. Per club policy, the details of the transactions have not been made public and both are pending league and federation approval."

"First, to say thank you to Macca [King] and Liz for the efforts over the last 18 months. We wish you all the best in the future!" said Head Coach Stephen Hogan. Coach Hogan then spoke about his expectations of Fjeldberg, saying: "His character checked every box for our locker room and once we knew there was a real chance to make this happen we jumped at the opportunity to sign. His attacking qualities and energy is what we noticed last year and we have been scouting him ever since he tore us apart at home last season. His work ethic towards working hard for the group will be noticed right away and we can't wait to see him progress in our style."

Fjeldberg, 24, joined Indy Eleven before the 2022 season and made a big impact for their team, earning eight goals in 28 games played. Additionally he earned one assist and made 21 key passes, all while holding an average passing accuracy of 73%.

The Norwegian native was drafted in 2021 in the MLS SuperDraft to FC Cincinnati, before being loaned out to Rio Grande Valley FC Toros in August of 2021, earning three goals in eight appearances with the side.

Collegiately, Fjeldberg played at the University of Dayton for four seasons, notching 22 goals and 21 assists in his 61 appearances. While there, Fjeldberg earned accolades such as Atlantic 10 All-Rookie Team in 2017, Atlantic 10 Offensive Player of the Year and A-10 First Team in both 2019 and 2020, as well as First Team All-Midwest Region in 2020.

"I'm excited to get going in Colorado," said Fjeldberg regarding the trade. "I've played in the Switchbacks stadium many times and I can't wait to play in front of the incredible fans!"

Name: Jonas Fjeldberg

Position: Striker

Height: 5 ‚¬Â² 10 ‚¬Â³

Date of Birth: September 30, 1998

Age: 24

Hometown: Jessheim, Norway

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